Disney’s Live-Action Moana Sets Disney+ Streaming Debut for October 21

Disney’s live-action adaptation of Moana is officially headed to Disney+, with the film scheduled to begin streaming on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Directed by Thomas Kail, the film stars Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as Maui, a character he originally voiced in Disney’s 2016 animated feature. The streaming release comes just over three months after the film’s July 10 theatrical debut, giving audiences another opportunity to experience the live-action reimagining of one of Disney’s most popular modern animated films.

Despite the enduring popularity of the original Moana, the live-action adaptation struggled to achieve comparable success at the box office, earning approximately $323 million worldwide during its theatrical run. Its arrival on Disney+ offers the film a chance to reach a broader audience, particularly families familiar with the animated original. With Moana remaining one of Disney’s most recognizable contemporary franchises, the streaming debut represents another chapter in the studio’s ongoing efforts to bring its animated classics to life through live-action filmmaking.